Inspiring Aberdeenshire 2022 - award categories

On this page you can read a description of the categories for Inspiring Aberdeenshire 2022.

Heart of Aberdeenshire caring award

Awarded to a person who has had a significant positive impact on the life(s) of a vulnerable person(s). Nominees will care for others, either through the course of their employment, for a family member or as a volunteer carer.

Inspirational Volunteer award

Awarded to an individual or group who have gone the extra mile by volunteering for a local initiative that makes a difference to the lives of others or communities.

Local Hero courage award

Awarded to an individual who in the face of adversity has shown courage, bravery and dedication to helping to overcome a difficult situation.

Beautiful Aberdeenshire environmental award

Awarded to an individual or group who is working hard to help nurture and enhance our area’s natural beauty through environmental initiatives.

Community Spirit award

Awarded to an individual or group who have supported a cause or project which helps to foster a spirited, embracing and vibrant local community.

Cultural award

Awarded to an individual or community group who has made an excellent contribution to the promotion of local culture in Aberdeenshire.

Aberdeenshire’s Future award

Awarded to a young individual (under 25) who has shown great leadership and helped to inspire and motivate others in support of a local cause.

Lifetime achievement award

This award will be presented to an individual who over the course of a number of years has made an outstanding contribution to a local cause, project or initiative, and is a true inspiration to others across Aberdeenshire.